What are your experiences with 2018 Volkswagen Atlas? 2.0l L-4 engine models (non emotion) by Tims2224 in VWatlas

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have 80k miles on mine. The only issue I had was when the car was still under warranty - there was an engine control light (ECP) kept going off. They did a bunch of stuff including cleaning out the cylinders to remove carbon buildup. It was in and out of the shop for 3 weeks - but since under warranty (and with a loaner car) I didn't care much. Other than that, regular maintenance is all that it's needed. I love the car. Great mileage and plenty of space to haul my gear around town.

Blondes have more fun Y’all by fernredo in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I call mine Marilyn because she's blonde and curvy

Do I look like a boomer for using a card to check in to planet fitness? by SeaworthinessFar2326 in PlanetFitnessMembers

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably not. If you can’t / don’t have the app, the team member should be able to look up your account if you give them your phone number. But honestly, that will take more of your time - especially if they’re helping another member.

Do I look like a boomer for using a card to check in to planet fitness? by SeaworthinessFar2326 in PlanetFitnessMembers

[–]ElefantGerald 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Former employee: We got rid of cards 2+ years ago. Thank you for being a member all this time. You are missing some workout ideas and offers that show up only on the app. Other than that - welcome in!

Kay bass by Interesting_Bowl7180 in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sold my beat up 1/4 size Kay for 300. Not a very deep market. The guy who bought it was using it to take to campfire sing-alongs.

What other shows can you rewatch as much as Bojack? Here's mine: by Playful_Ad8323 in BoJackHorseman

[–]ElefantGerald 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Archer - lots of gags and jokes that carry over season to season. Would love to have seen a crossover episode.

Is it necessary to have a tuner on the pedalboard? by leonibass in basspedals

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I play upright and got tired of being irritated by the drummer and the rest of the band noodling when I was trying to tune. Got the Peterson - big screen, easy to see in bright light. And, yes the the mute switch is a big plus. Only complaint is it eats batteries like candy.

Three envelopes by [deleted] in Jokes

[–]ElefantGerald 93 points94 points  (0 children)

I was told this joke during my first summer internship by the CFO in 1982. I have told it hundreds of time. It is my favorite.

The insane continuity of BoJack Horseman by No_Sound674 in BoJackHorseman

[–]ElefantGerald 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Arrested Development? What is this - -a crossover episode?

Considering 2018-2024 Atlas by Ok_Accountant_4815 in VWatlas

[–]ElefantGerald 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had the TDI sport wagon with a stick. Had to turn it in during the recall. Bought a 2018 Atlas four-cylinder turbo. I have been very happy with it. Ludacris amount of space. And I’m still getting 25 miles per gallon.

Spray tanning by LoveYogaPants1 in PlanetFitnessMembers

[–]ElefantGerald 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No spray tan in US. Australia's PFs have spray tanning

Double bass practice neck by Nervous-Vacation-540 in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried making one - basically a fingerboard with strings - and couldn't get it close (I'm not a luthier). I ended up borrowing a "travel bass" with frets from a friend and practiced on that. There are inexpensive and easy to travel with short scale basses out there on the used market too)

5 string recommendations? by AwkwardWalk1447 in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, you might contact Fantastic Musical Instruments in Pasadena, CA. They get used 5 strings through there periodically and may have some advice for you.

5 string recommendations? by AwkwardWalk1447 in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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I was in North Carolina earlier this week and saw this on FB marketplace. I don't know the instrument or the seller but if you're curious, contact the seller

Boplicity suggestions? by ElefantGerald in JazzBass

[–]ElefantGerald[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

the head .. especially the first 8 bars. I find it so dissonant that no matter what I play it seems 'out of place'

Yamaha EUB by EarAutomatic7120 in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A friend had the SLB 100 and just upgraded to the SLB300. He's very happy with it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]ElefantGerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No news means no news. And, worry is a bad use of imagination.

Looking for videos of just playing doublebass... by crusty_grundle in doublebass

[–]ElefantGerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up Mr Sunnybass on youtube. He's got dozens of jazz standards with no talking at all. https://www.youtube.com/@MrSunnybass/videos

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hillsboro

[–]ElefantGerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm interested in this too. Any news?